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BUZZ Morgan, Valley Boys in concert Union County’s own Sarah Morgan and the Valley Boys will present a free concert in the large courtroom of the Union County Courthouse 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13. The event is sponsored by the Union County Arts Council and the East Tennessee Foundation. Donations for the Union County Arts Council will be accepted.
Year’s last jam The last jam of the year at the Old Rush Strong School, Leadmine Bend Road, Sharps Chapel, will be held 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 28. Enjoy free bluegrass, country and gospel music performed by local talent. Refreshments available, donations appreciated.
Luttrell sets Christmas parade The city of Luttrell Christmas parade will be held at noon Saturday, Dec. 5. The registration form for parade entries can be found on the city of Luttrell Facebook page or by calling 9920870. The city of Luttrell will provide Santa; no other Santa will be allowed in the parade.
Tree lighting and cruise-in The Union County Christmas Tree Lighting and Cruise-In will be held 3-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, at the Union County Courthouse. All vehicles are welcome, including cars, trucks and motorcycles. Music will be provided by Gary’s Sound Machine. There will be refreshments and gifts for everyone, and Santa will be available for pictures. Tree lighting will take place at dusk. The event is free. Info: 992-3061
IN THIS ISSUE Memmel’s weakness Professional guitarist and singer/songwriter Tony Memmel has transformed what some would call a weakness into a world of talent and opportunity.
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Determined dedication I never had the opportunity of having Dr. Louis Lutz as a professor, but I was fortunate to learn some practical life lessons from his conversations with others while serving as his work study student.
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November 25, 2015 By Shannon Carey Union County Family Resource Center coordinators Martha Warwick and Debbie Gillenwater never know what they’ll be doing from one day to the next. They never know what need will strike. Their phones ring day and night, and they always do what they can to help. Warwick pages through her calendar, and every day is filled with notes and appointments. Today, the pair are going on a home visit. A school guidance counselor alerted them that a child might be in need of food at home. That’s what Family Resource is all about, helping students and their families in times of need or crisis. Whether it’s a housefire, a lost job, illness or just tough times, Family Resource can respond with assistance where it’s needed most. A state grant provides the service in every school system, but often assistance comes in the form of donations. Students in Union County schools hold food drives for Family Resource each year. To page 3
Rolling out the Chromebooks By Sandra Clark Union County Public Schools is moving toward one-to-one technology with purchases of the low-cost Google Chromebook. Trevor Collins, coordinator of federal programs curriculum and professional learning, introduced the small, web-based computers to school board members Nov. 19. He said Horace Maynard Middle School now has 90 Chromebooks on carts to be shared among classrooms. In addition, Chromebook carts have been placed in the high school and all of the elementary schools. And it will blow your mind what fourth graders are doing with Chromebooks at Luttrell Elementary. Collins made similar comments to Dr. Chad Smith, principal at Powell High School, who spoke two weeks ago to the Powell Business and Professional Association. Smith said while iPads will still be used at Powell High, the school is switching quickly to Chromebooks because of ease of use, durability and cost. Collins said he put nine different devices into the hands of teachers. “Their device of choice was a Chromebook.” Other devices lack a mouse or a keyboard, some are too cumbersome; others too fragile. Also, by accessing the Internet through Wi-Fi, the devices don’t require the extensive cabling and power infrastructure of other systems. And students simply log in with a unique user name and password. This enables students to share devices during the school day and to take them home after school. In a preliminary report, Collins showed the school board the gains on state-mandated tests by Union County students. “We showed growth unlike anyone else in the state,” he said. “If we can keep this growth going, our kids in high school will be prepared for college entrance exams and able to take advantage of the ‘free money’ that’s available such as the Hope scholarships and Tennessee Achieves.” Collins talked about collaboration among teachers to develop strategies to increase student learning. Out of just 180 “reward schools” in the state, Union County had two (Horace Maynard Middle School and Luttrell Elementary). Somehow Collins makes testing and professional development seem positive and even exciting. Carter said he was chosen to present at a statewide conference of school superintendents. ■ Food City donations
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fler have met with the students and Effler is getting the requested nutritional information. Principal Linda Harrell said she would investigate the problem of running out of food and make sure substitutions were comparable. Iaguessa said students realize how difficult it is to prepare almost 1,000 lunches. “This is not the lunch ladies’ fault,” he said. ■ UCHS lunches Teacher and student government sponsor Adam Iaguessa, president of the student gov- Chris Richeson introduced the group. He is ernment at Union County High School, spoke encouraging the student government to befor a delegation of student lead- come involved with the school board. It’s not ers in requesting attention to a stretch to see some of the kids who attended problems with school lunches. Thursday’s meeting actually sitting as memComplaints included moldy bers of a future Board of Education. food, spoiled milk, lack of nutritional information and menu ■ TNVA renewed Without discussion, the school board voted notification, and frequent substitutions during late lunch to extend the system’s contract with K12 Inc. when the featured meat and to host the Tennessee Virtual Academy for another year. Board attorney Mary Ann Stackvegetables ran out. Iaguessa “We would like for you to house said the contract, which expires June get on board (with student efforts for improve- 30, 2016, requires 180 days’ notice of renewal ments). We invite you to dine with us,” Adam or termination. She drafted a letter keeping UCPS compliant with state law. said. Essentially, the board voted to “renew the Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Carter thanked the students for their professional presentation. contract if state law allows it and to terminate He said he and Food Services Director Mary Ef- it if the law does not,” she said. received $3,835. Other schools took home checks for: Big Ridge Elementary, $1,281; EMAC, $193; Luttrell Elementary, $1,101; Maynardville Elementary, $2,575; Paulette Elementary, $1,750; Sharps Chapel Elementary, $1,239; and Union County High School, $1,727.
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Memmel’s weakness becomes his strength By Shannon Carey Professional guitarist and singer/songwriter Tony Memmel has transformed what some would call a weakness into a world of talent and opportunity. Born missing his left forearm and hand, Memmel faced many challenges. But he didn’t let that stop him from playing sports or teaching himself to play guitar. At age 13, he constructed a cast to hold a pick on his left arm from Gorilla Tape. “It was hard work,” he said. “That cast takes 30 seconds to explain, but it took eight years to build.” Memmel visited Union County Nov. 20, providing assemblies and free concerts at Horace Maynard Middle School and Union County High School, all part of ICARe Union County’s plan to bring Memmel’s inspirational message to students. Along with being an award-winning musician, Memmel lends his talents and experience to the Lucky Fin Project. Named for the title character in “Finding Nemo,” the Lucky Fin Project reaches out to families of children who have a hand or limb difference. Memmel has been all over the U.S. and even has a world tour scheduled for 2016. But he still takes time to share his message in schools.
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Horace Maynard Middle School student Jordan Watts shakes hands with musical guest Tony Memmel, who presented concerts at the middle and high schools and spoke about overcoming obstacles. Photo by S. Carey “I like to work with students,” he said. “I wanted to be a teacher growing up, so now I get to be a musician and work with students at a fundamental level, in a small way that makes our community and our country and our world a better place.” Memmel spoke about one of his high school baseball experiences. He was on the varsity team, and he made a
game-winning diving catch in left field. An newspaper photographer caught the moment on film, and the photo spent the summer being circulated around the country. In late summer he got a phone call from a young man from Texas named Rick. He had seen the photo shortly after losing part of his arm in a farming accident and wanted to speak to
Memmel about life missing part of a limb. The two became lifelong friends. “People are watching you and how you deal with challenges in your life,” Memmel told the students. “If you approach them with a positive mindset, I think it really resonates with people.” Union County School Health Coordinator Eddie Graham thanked everyone who helped bring Memmel to the schools, especially ICARe Union County and Mike Miller. “We’re trying to provide an opportunity for the kids of Union County to have something geared towards them,” he said. “(Miller) is the glue that holds this whole thing together.” Info: tonymemmel.com, or find ICARe on Facebook.
MES celebrates new playground Maynardville Elementary School principal Lisa Carter welcomes students and staff to a dance party at the school’s new playground. The playground opened Oct. 23. The school thanked everyone who helped make the new playground a reality. Photo submitted
Winners of the Big Ridge Elementary School 4-H poster contest are (front) first place, Will Jennings; third place, Brooklyn Shipley; (back) honorable mention, Addison Mayfield; third place, Breanna Smith; second place, Gavin Janeway. Photo submitted
Big Ridge has 4-H poster winners Big Ridge Elementary School recently announced the results of the in-school 4-H poster contest. The first, second and third place winners from each school go to the UT Extension Office for the countywide con-
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test Jan. 26. The countywide winners advance to the state level. Poster contest winners at Big Ridge are: first place, Will Jennings, 4th grade, “Get Rooted in 4-H; second place, Gavin Janeway,
4th grade, “No Bones About It;” third place, Brooklyn Shipley, 4th grade, “Squeal into 4-H;” third place, Breanna Smith, 4th grade, “Pick 4-H;” honorable mention, Addison Mayfield, 4th grade, “Spring into 4-H.”
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“So the children are helping the children,” said Warwick. “I believe that charity starts at home.” Warwick and Gillenwater maintain a database of agencies so they can connect families with services to meet their needs. The Scottish Rite Shoe Fund and the Halls Crossroads Women’s League clothing closet are big helps, as are the local food pantries. Education is also a big part of their job. The help find treatment for lice and bedbugs, and even teach basic hygiene. Family Resource takes a holistic approach, stabilizing the whole family to help the student. Warwick and Gillenwater have found wheelchairs for people, new frames for broken eyeglasses. They’re even trying to find a hearing aid for a parent. “If you’ve got good stability at home, it carries over into the schools,” said Gillenwater. Warwick and Gillenwater, both retired teachers, typically take turns staffing the center. But as the holidays approach, the need is greater. From now until Christmas, they will both work every day. They often see families who are what they call “borderline,” not on government assistance but going through some kind of crisis. Many of the stories would break your heart, and some are inspirational. “We had three children in this county go three days without food,” said
From page 1 Warwick. “When they come in crying and needing food, that’s the worst.” Then, she recalled a family that suddenly lost their jobs and couldn’t swing Thanksgiving or Christmas. Volunteers stepped in and helped. The next year, the family was back on their feet, and they volunteered to do the same thing for another family. “That’s paying it forward,” said Gillenwater. “Sometimes people just need a little help.” And sometimes, the people who need help the most don’t ask for it. At school, kids tend to try to act normal and fit in, even when the situation is bad at home. Parents, and the increasing number of custodial grandparents, may have difficulty taking assistance. “They’ll say, ‘We don’t want to take too much because there are people who need it worse than we do,’” Gillenwater said. The community can help, too. Family Resource needs new or gently used bedding sets like comforters and sheets, good used toys, coats, and basic clothing items like socks and underwear. But most of all, they need names, people they can call on who would be willing to sponsor families in need. Warwick and Gillenwater thanked the principals, guidance counselors and teachers in Union County, along with all the agencies, clubs, churches and individuals who have supported Family Resource. Info: Martha Warwick, 865-640-0997
opinion Determined dedication I never had the opportunity of having Dr. Louis Lutz as a professor, but I was fortunate to learn some practical life lessons from his conversations with others while serving as his work study student. He said, “I have a doctorate in biology, but it don’t mean a ---- to me. That’s all I know how to do. You show me a man that knows a little bit about a lot of things, and I’ll show you a well-rounded individual.” Like Dr. Lutz, I didn’t (and still don’t) know lots about much, but he showed me he knew more than I. I was an English major, and during one quarter I carried The “Norton Anthology of Literature by Women” to work study with me. Dr. Lutz asked me once if there was anything by George Sand in that book. I replied, “No, Dr. Lutz, it’s a book of literature by women.” Dr. Lutz said, “I’ll be --- ------! An English major, and don’t even know that George Sand was the pen name of a French woman writer!” Though Lincoln Memorial University did not have a medical school at that time, Dr. Lutz was well renowned for his preparation of pre-med students. A student once came to him for advising. This student wanted to be a doctor. Dr. Lutz used rather colorful language to reply, “You probably will never get admitted to medical school. There is stiff competition, and you have to be the very best of the best, especially
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UC Museum receives Lois Johnson memorabilia Union County’s own Lois Johnson, daughter of Union County school teachers Fred and Iretta Butcher Johnson, left Union County right out of high school and became a big country music star at Nashville and around the world. Alfred Duval, Katrina Duval, Anita Duval and Andy Duval
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The president of Lois’ Fan Club, Alice Wood, lives since you are not a minority, in Michigan. When she female or foreign student. came to Lois’ funeral, she You might as well look was thoughtful enough to into something easier.” He bring a number of awards pointed out the long years of back home where those who grueling study and the mas- knew and loved Lois best sive debt that would accrue. could enjoy them. Thank The student left someyou, Alice! what despondent, and a colIf there had been only league told Dr. Lutz that he one award, Union County was rather harsh. Dr. Lutz could be proud, but there replied, “If I can convince were many. Although what him in the least that he she had was considerable, shouldn’t pursue the medi- this was only a smidgeon of cal field, then I know he the honors awarded to Lois wouldn’t make it. If I can’t over her career. Lois was a dissuade him, he’s doctor singer and songwriter exmaterial.” traordinaire. She had perAnyone associated fect pitch – and my pitch is educationally with Dr. Lutz so far off I can’t even comknew that he held himself prehend perfect pitch. to the same standards of Lois and her former husexcellence that he deband jointly composed a manded from his students. number of songs and perI recall one day when a ter- formed together for a numrific snow fell. Dr. Lutz had ber of years. entrusted me with a key to At the Nov. 15 meeting his office, and I was typing of Union County Historia test. Classes had been cal Society, Lois was honcancelled, but in a few min- ored as the Historical Soutes Dr. Lutz came in. He ciety accepted these gifts had walked at least a mile for display at the Union in the snow from his home County Museum. One of to the office to prepare for Lois’ performance jackets future classes. was among the gifts as well And that dedication as the picture board used at lasted until the end. The Lois’ funeral. last time I saw Dr. Lutz Lois’ cousin Anita Johnhe told me he had been son Duval, her husband, diagnosed with cancer. Alfred, and children Andy and Katrina attended the To page 5 presentation and brought
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along the jacket and picture board. Cousin C. J. Butcher Morgan came with her husband, Jack Bullard, the Jack Nicholson impersonator. They have moved back to the Pigeon Forge area from Las Vegas. She told the story of how Lois’ jacket was acquired and how she
and Lois got Manuel (pronounced man well), who worked for the Nashville designer where those Porter Waggoner outfits were tailored, to add the sparkles (rhinestones) to the jacket. Classmates Fred Simmons and J. V. Waller, Horace Maynard High School Class of 1960, were in atten-
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It isn’t easy being a Commodore The planned moment of silence for Vanderbilt football has been cancelled. Please return the wreath to Bob’s Flowers, suburban Maynardville. The Commodores are alive. They are actually improved over last season. They will enter Neyland Stadium in the enviable position of playing with house money, little to lose and considerable to gain if they can trash the Tennessee season. Oh, that can’t happen, you say? It could. Vandy can play defense. It has a running back. It now has a more imaginative offensive coordinator. It has discovered a young quarterback. There is hope for the future -- maybe. Even with that, it is so hard to be a faithful Commodore follower. One who has been trying for 50 years said root canals, bamboo shoots under the fingernails and hemorrhoidectomies are easier. He actually said that. Lodging in the Southeastern Conference is part of the problem but Vanderbilt leadership is much too shrewd to forfeit incoming millions to be more comfortable.
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Linkage to the University of Tennessee is part of the problem. Vandy thinks it and us are polar opposites playing late each November out of contractual obligation. Games are seldom a joyous occasion. The Vols almost always win. The record is 72-12 since the coming of Robert R. Neyland. Tennessee losses stand out as historical markers. The Vols fell in 2005. Phillip Fulmer said “This is rock bottom.” It wasn’t. Tennessee looked much worse in 2012 and 2013, propelling Vanderbilt coach James Franklin to fame and fortune at Penn State. Because Stanford does academics and can also play football, Vanderbilt went there for a Franklin replacement. What it got was a good defensive coordinator. I saved my notes from the announcement of the new
head coach, Jan. 18, 2014, and added my sarcastic heading, “How wrong can you be?” Before a cheering throng of 17 or 18, Derek Mason said: “We will be champions, just so you know.” Not yet. In 2014, Vanderbilt was 0-8 against SEC foes but it defeated UMass, Charleston Southern and Old Dominion. Certain assistants were terminated. This year was supposed to be much better but, in August, Vanderbilt got distracted trying to erase an official athletic department tweet which said “We don’t need your permission.” We still don’t know what that was supposed to convey but some took it out of context. It was thrown up against the background of rape charges against four former players. Missiles flew. The school ducked as best it could. In September, Vandy’s very good defense allowed high-scoring Western Kentucky only 14 points. Alas, the Commodores scored but 12. As usual, the season has been down, up and down,
limited hope, disappointments. The Commodores nipped MTSU, ripped Austin Peay, upset Missouri and scared the daylights out of Florida. They lost several. They edged Kentucky in the match-up of supposed equals. Vanderbilt emotions seem mixed. Some traditional optimists remain lukewarm as in “We are building and will be much better next year -- maybe.” Others earlier gave up on Mason. He lacks Franklin’s charming personality. From a distance, I lean toward the maybe-nextyear group. There is a hint of good news. Coach Mason found the piece of paper he misplaced in his library months ago. It is a detailed list of game situations and what he should do when one occurs. Think what a difference it could make to know what you are supposed to do and when you are supposed to do it. Among the helpful guidelines is when to kick an extra point and when to try for two. And you thought everybody already knew that. Marvin West invites reader reaction. His address is westwest6@netzero.com
Not to worry Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:5b-7 NRSV) I’ll be honest. What surpasses all understanding (at least to me, in my current state of mind) is how one human being can walk into a crowded theater and start shooting his fellow human beings. So I could certainly use some of God’s peace right now. We have seen terrorists before. The attacks of 9-11 on our own shores were horrific, but very different, in that they were less personal. To fly a plane into a building is one thing; to look a stranger in the eye and shoot him down is quite another. That act, to me, also surpasses all understanding! It is ironic that Thanksgiving is upon us, that holiday that celebrates life and freedom and bounty. Our American Thanksgiving began almost 400 years ago, when a little band of people came to these shores to be free, and with the help of their new friends, the Indians, survived hard-
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ship and hunger and disease. They celebrated that accomplishment with a feast that we replicate, sometimes forgetting (or ignoring) its history. However, if we stop to consider, we can see that in that coming together of disparate cultures, languages, and histories, differences were trumped by the humanity of both sides: white Anglo men, women and children alongside dark-eyed, redskinned Native American men, women and children. It is that humanity we share. It is that humanity we must protect. I don’t know the answer to hatred and terrorism. We can only pray for our friends and, God help us, for our enemies.
Ashely Mike of the UT Extension Office carves the turkey for the Extension’s Thanksgiving celebration. Photos by S. Carey
FAITH NOTES ■ Christ UMC, 7535 Maynardville Highway, Knoxville, will host “Brunch with Santa” 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19. Cost: $5 each or $20 per family of five. Includes games, crafts, food and fun. Time with Santa is free; optional photo purchase available. RSVP by Dec. 10. Info/RSVP: 922-1412, Mondays-Thursdays. ■ Hansard Chapel Methodist Church, located on Highway 33 across from Tolliver’s Market, hosts a food pantry 6-7 p.m. each third Saturday. Gently used clothing is also available. Info: the Rev. Jay Richardson, 776-2668.
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His last class was a very high level course (I believe The staff at the Union County UT Extension Office wel- invertebrate embryology) comed the community for a Thanksgiving lunch Nov. 18. with four students, and Dr. The lunch included all the Thanksgiving favorites, includ- Lutz taught his last class ing Extension Agent Shannon DeWitt’s special ham cooked from his sick bed. Whenever I feel discouraged and in a crockpot.
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want to quit, I think of this outstanding example of dedication and go on. Next week I’ll share about another of the finest teachers I never had.
President & CEO The Union County Chamber of Commerce seeks candidates for President & Chief Executive Officer. This part-time position is responsible for oversight of day-to-day activities of the Chamber under direction of the Board of Directors. The President is the principal representative of the Chamber. The Chamber is a not-for-profit 501(c)6 corporation dedicated to economic & community development in Union County, TN. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. For more information or to apply, please contact recruiting at
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A car accident or other serious trauma, like a fall, are likely causes of back pain. But pain can develop from a variety of sources that are not quite so obvious. here are a few of the conditions that can play a role in creating back pain: • Spinal stenosis: A narrowing of the space around the spinal cord. It’s a condition often caused by arthritis. In the narrowed chamber, pressure can build on the spinal cord. • Herniated disc: Between each vertebra—the individual bones that make up the spine—is a cushioning pillow called a disc. When the disc is herniated, or ruptured, material from inside the disc can push out and put pressure on a nerve. This problem generally occurs in the lower back. • Stress: It can make muscles tense and can cause pain.
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• Sciatica: A shooting, stabbing pain that runs down the leg. A disc pressing against the sciatic nerve is usually the cause. • Spondylitis: Chronic back pain and stiffness caused by infection or inflammation of the spinal joints. • Spondylosis: A kind of arthritis caused by degeneration of the spine that comes with age. • Osteoporosis: A loss of bone density that can lead to fractures of the vertebrae and other bones. These are just some of the factors that can cause back pain. Talk with your chiropractor about ways to protect your back and, if necessary, to treat back pain. Presented as a community service by Union County Chiropractic; 110 Skyline Drive, Maynardville, Tenn. 992-7000.
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Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 4:000 p.m. p.m. A short, uplifting Christmas message will be shared as well as special music music aass we honor the loved ones we have lost this year. Everyone is welcome, so please invite your extended family and friends to join us for this special time. Light refreshments will be served. 865-992-5002
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New South’s Kick to Win boosts high school
Sue Mars joins her husband, Sam Mars, as LMU president B. James Dawson, board chair Pete DeBusk and executive committee chair Gary Burchett present him with a resolution honoring his years of service to the University’s Board of Trustees.
Union County High School athletic director Shane Brown accepts a $650 grant for the school’s athletic department from Tammy Hobock of New South Credit Union from the Kick to Win contest. Students winners were Jonathan Smith, $500; Mike Johnson, $50; Alyssa Hawk, $100. New South matched the students’ winnings with the school donation. Photo by S. Carey
ICARe seeks school greeters By Shannon Carey ICARe Union County is looking for community members to staff the school greeter program. The program stations a non-teacher adult at the school entrance to open the door for students and greet them as they enter school. The program is aimed at making community connections within the schools and showing students that the community cares about them. ICARe is a coalition dedicated to preventing drug and alcohol abuse among Union County’s teenagers. “When you bring the community together, you are successful,” said ICARe coordinator Mike Miller. “That is what I hope will work with these kids for prevention.” Hours are 7:30-8:15 a.m. Volunteers don’t have to greet every day of the week, and assignments are flexible. Contact Miller at 865216-0475.
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Tennessee Department of Health Outreach Coordinator Alaina Asbury visited the ICARe m e e t ing Nov. 19 to give an update about the Te n n C a re Alaina Asbury Kids program. Union County has 2,696 children birth to age 18 enrolled in the program, and 237 ages 19 and 20. The program no longer does home visits, but outreach continues to make sure all those covered get their annual check-ups. Transportation is available for those appointments. Those needing assistance should contact Pam Williams at the Union County Health Department, 865-992-3867. ■
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Three men have been added to the board of trustees for Lincoln Memorial University; and long-time board member Sam Mars Jr. for his years of service. Mars has served on the executive committee of the board since 1973 and chaired the committee for many of those years. New board members are Dr. Todd Pillion, a pediatric dentist and member of the Virginia House of Delegates; Tim Matthews, president and CEO of Jewelry Television; and Terry Lee, Commercial Bank CEO.
Pillion, a 1996 graduate, was raised on a small farm in Ewing, Va. He operates a pediatric dentistry practice with offices in Bristol, Johnson City and Knoxville. He is a board member of the Barter Theatre in Abingdon and is a founding member of the Green Room Society, which encourages families to support local theater. Matthews grew up in Middlesboro, Ky., and is the son of the late Herman Mat-
thews, who taught at LMU for 47 years. He received his undergraduate degree Magna Cum Laude in economics from Harvard College and his juris doctor Cum Laude from Harvard Law School. Prior to taking the helm of Jewelry Television in 2008, he was a partner at the Cincinnati-based law firm of Keating, Muething and Klekamp. Lee returned to the board after having served from
2003-11. A 1979 graduate, he has served as CEO of Commercial Bank since 1995. He also chairs and is CEO of Heartland Inc., Cumberland Ford Motors Inc., Madison County Ford Inc. and Green Hill Properties Inc. He also chairs and is CEO of Lee Oil Company which includes the operation of 41 convenience stores in Southwest Virginia, Southeast Kentucky and East Tennessee. He and his wife, Wanda, reside in Harrogate.
tional Opportunities Center spoke about Families Anonymous, a 12-step program for family members of those with addiction problems. Thal visits the Alternative Center in Union County each Thursday to help adults and students take the steps to attend college, including application for financial aid. She suggested that someone might want to start a Families Anonymous meeting in Union County. “It is detachment with love,” she said. “(Addiction) is really a family illness.” ICARe Union County meets at 11:30 a.m. every third Thursday, at Revival Vision Church of God in Maynardville. The December meeting has been canceled, so the group will meet Vicki Thal of the UT Educational Opportunity Center speaks with ICARe coordinator Mike Miller again in January. about Families Anonymous. Photos by S. Carey
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Adam Bowman joins his son, Aiden Bowman, at Thanksgiving lunch at Maynardville Elementary School. Photos by S. Carey Army veteran James Dyer visits with Sharps Chapel students on Veterans Day.
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Sharps Chapel welcomes veterans On Nov. 11, two United States veterans visited Sharps Chapel Elementary School. Retired Army SSG James Dyer and his wife, US Navy veteran Andrea Tyson Dyer, visited several classes.
Andrea Dyer prepared pictures taken by her husband from his tour in Iraq. James described each picture. He even brought a coin made from the Saddam Hussein statue. Students also learned about James’ Purple Heart.
Afterwards, he answered several questions from curious students. SCES faculty and staff thanked the Dyers for spending the day educating the students and for their service to the country.
Nellie Free and granddaughter Gracie Webb enjoy Thanksgiving lunch at MES.
‘Melting Pot’ at SCES Sharps Chapel 5th graders Gabby Greene, Dylan Simpson, Jacob Bailey and Hailey Causey show their social studies projects for the immigration study. Students wee assigned a country and created a box or bag with items representing their country. Students wrote letters explaining why they were immigrating to America. Some students wore costumes as well. Students brought foods from their countries for a feast. This project gave students a better understanding of how the U.S. became “The Melting Travis and Maylee Brogan are happy to see each other at Pot.” Photo by S. Carey Thanksgiving lunch at MES.
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FRIDAY-SATURDAY, NOV. 27-28 Open house, Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway. Info: 494-9854 or appalachianarts.net.
SATURDAY-SUNDAY, NOV. 28-29 Auditions for “The Last Five Years” by Jason Robert Brown, a musical being produced/performed at Theatre Knoxville Downtown, 319 N. Gay St. Times: 3-5:30 p.m. Saturday and 6-8:30 p.m. Sunday. Seeking one female and one male who can play an age range of 25-40. Performance dates: Feb. 12-28. Info: info@ theatreknoxville.com.
TUESDAY, DEC. 1 AARP Driver Safety classes, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., GFWC Ossoli Circle, 2511 Kingston Pike. Info/ registration: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 2 International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook.
SATURDAY, DEC. 5 Market Square Holiday Market, noon-6 p.m., with farm vendors selling until 3 p.m. near the Market Square stage, and craft vendors and food trucks open until 6 p.m. on Union Avenue adjacent to Market Square and along Market Street. Info: MarketSquareFarmersMarket.org or NourishKnoxville.org.
SUNDAY, DEC. 6 “Let’s Build a Santa with Wool,” 1-4 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway, Norris. Instructors: Nancy Shedden and Karen Bills. Registration deadline: Nov. 29. Info/registration: 494-9854; appalachianarts.net.
MONDAY, DEC. 7 American Legion meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 387-5522. Crocheted Oblong Shawl class, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Hobby Lobby, 6580 Clinton Highway. Cost: $25. Info: Info: Monica Schmidt, 406-3971, monicaschmidt.tn@ gmail.com, myquiltplace.com/profile/monicaschmidt.
TUESDAY, DEC. 8 Paulette 6th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Paulette Elementary School cafeteria. Info: 992-5212.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 9 International Folk Dance Class, 7:30-10 p.m., Claxton Community Center, 1150 Edgemoor Road, Clinton. Info: Paul Taylor, 898-5724; oakridgefolkdancers.org; on Facebook.
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VFW meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 278-3784.
Big Ridge 4th District Neighborhood Watch meeting, 7 p.m., Big Ridge Elementary School library. Info: 992-5212.
FRIDAY-SUNDAY, DEC. 11-13
THURSDAYS-SUNDAYS, DEC. 4-20 “Cinderella and Ebenezer,” Knoxville Children’s Theatre, 109 E. Churchwell Ave. Performances: 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 1 and 5 p.m. Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays. Info/tickets: 208-3677; knoxvillechildrenstheatre.com; info@ childrenstheatreknoxville.com.
“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” performed by The WordPlayers, 7:30 p.m. Friday and 2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Clayton Performing Arts Center, Pellissippi State Community College, 10915 Hardin Valley Road. Info/tickets: wordplayers.org.
SATURDAY, DEC. 12 “Holiday Art Blitz!,” 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Fountain
City Art Center, 213 Hotel Ave. All-day small giftmaking workshops, $25 to make five gifts. Info/ registration: 357-2787; fcartcenter@knology.net; www. fountaincityartctr.com. Holiday Market, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Garden of Eden Preschool/Berean Bible Church. 2329 Prosser Road. Lots of vendors in the gym. Market Square Holiday Market, noon-6 p.m., with farm vendors selling until 3 p.m. near the Market Square stage, and craft vendors and food trucks open until 6 p.m. on Union Avenue adjacent to Market Square and along Market Street. Info: MarketSquareFarmersMarket.org or NourishKnoxville. org. Wreath workshop, 12:30 p.m., Historic Ramsey House, 2614 Thorngrove Pike. Cost: $35. Bring a pair of small garden shears and garden gloves. Other materials provided. Info/reservations: 546-0745 or ramseyhouse. org.
SUNDAY, DEC. 13 “Bread Basket,” 2-5 p.m., Appalachian Arts Craft Center, 2716 Andersonville Highway, Norris. Instructor: Sheri Burns. Registration deadline: Dec. 6. Info/ registration: 494-9854; appalachianarts.net. Free drop-in art activities for families, 1-4 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive. Docent tours in English, 2 p.m., and in Spanish, 3 p.m. Info: knoxart.org. Historic Ramsey House Candlelight Tour, 6-8 p.m., 2614 Thorn Grove Pike. Featuring holiday treats, Christmas carols and tours of the decorated, candlelit historic home. Admission free; donations appreciated. Info: 546-0745 or www.ramseyhouse.org. Sarah Morgan and The Valley Boys in concert, 4 p.m., large court room in Union County Courthouse. Free; donations to Union County Arts Council accepted.
MONDAY-TUESDAY, DEC. 14-15 AARP Driver Safety classes, noon-4 p.m., American Red Cross, 6921 Middlebrook Pike. Info/ registration: Carolyn Rambo, 382-5822.
TUESDAY, DEC. 15 Honor Guard meeting, 7 p.m., 140 Veteran St., Maynardville. All veterans are invited. Info: 256-5415.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 16 Dine and Discover, noon-1 p.m., Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive. Adam Alfrey, East Tennessee History Center, and Steve Cotham, manager of McClung Historical Collection, will present “An Inside Look at Lloyd Branson.” Free and open to the public. Info: knoxart.org.